You are what you eat

Ever wonder why some people never seem to feel the cold, while others are never warm? Chinese doctors believe it’s all related to the interaction between the opposing forces of yin and yang. Colds, flue and other illnesses are the body’s way of signaling that its yin and yang are out of balance. The cure can be as simple as eating more of a certain type of food, or might require a trip to the health food store for a herbal remedy. Beijing Weekend interviews Lin Yang, a traditional Chinese doctor based in Beijing, on the use of yin and yang foods as medicine.

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